Craniofacial Surgery Fellowship — University of Colorado Anschutz / Children's Hospital Colorado, United States

Programme overview

What the official source supports

An instructor-level fellowship covering congenital and acquired craniofacial conditions, operative planning, longitudinal care and teaching. The ASCFS register lists preliminary accreditation.

Training structure

Published areas of exposure

Cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, orthognathic surgery and facial trauma
Hemifacial microsomia, craniofacial tumours and cosmetic/functional facial surgery
Pre- and post-operative clinic planning with imaging optimisation
Responsible-attending teaching role with residents; required plastic surgery grand rounds presentation
Encouraged clinical research leading to presentation or publication

Eligibility

Who should verify their fit

Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery; candidates must have passed USMLE Step 3 or COMLEX Level 3.

Application

Published application route

Apply through SF Match for the craniofacial surgery fellowship (2026–27 cycle details on the CU Anschutz fellowships page).

Published application documents

SF Match craniofacial surgery fellowship application
Evidence of completed ACGME-accredited plastic and reconstructive surgery residency
USMLE Step 3 or COMLEX Level 3

This checklist summarises the linked official source. Confirm any updated forms and requirements before submission.

Contact note: Kathleen Tuthill, Director, Office of Education (CU Anschutz page; email obscured on the page)

Sources and verification

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CU Anschutz — official plastic surgery fellowships page ↗ASCFS — current fellowship programme directory ↗

Last reviewed by PlasticFellow: 15 Oct 2026. Information not shown by an official source is labelled as unavailable or requiring confirmation.

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